Embraer eager for Boeing to make 737 re-engine/replacement decision

Embraer Executive VP-Airline Market Paulo Cesar Silva said the Brazilian manufacturer is waiting for Boeing to make a move on a 737NG re-engining or replacement before making a decision on its next commercial aircraft development step.

Embraer Executive VP-Airline Market Paulo Cesar Silva said the Brazilian manufacturer is waiting for Boeing to make a move on a 737NG re-engining or replacement before making a decision on its next commercial aircraft development step.
Speaking to reporters on Tuesday at the Regional Airline Assn. Annual Convention in Nashville, he commented that deciding whether to launch a 130-150 seat aircraft or embark on an E-Jet re-engining is "not an easy decision at this time … The ...

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